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  1. #1
    ewanmacgregor ewanmacgregor @ewanmacgregor

    Hello everyone!

    I’ve recently started using Inkscape, and I’m loving the flexibility it offers for creating vector graphics. However, as a beginner, I find some tools a bit tricky to get the hang of.

    I’d love to hear some tips and tricks from more experienced users on how to:

    • Efficiently use the Bezier tool
    • Work with layers and manage complex designs
    • Utilize the path operations (Union, Difference, etc.) effectively
    • Optimize file size for web use
    • Any shortcuts that speed up the workflow

    Would really appreciate your advice, tutorials, or resources you’ve found helpful!

    Looking forward to learning more and contributing to this great community!

  2. #2
    Tyler Durden Tyler Durden @TylerDurden
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    Please refer to the Tutorials in Inkscape's Help menu, Manual, and the Learning section of the site.

  3. #3
    COD COD @COD

    https://inkscape-manuals.readthedocs.io/en/unstable/index.html

  4. #4
    Paddy_CAD Paddy_CAD @Paddy_CAD

    Mark Crutch's long-running series in Full Circle magazine is extensive, detailed, and excellent. There's an encyclopedia of information here with tutorials ranging from basic tool usage to advanced svg manipulation and deep Inkscape functionality.

    https://www.peppertop.com/blog/?p=1563

  5. #5
    ewanmacgregor ewanmacgregor @ewanmacgregor
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    @Paddy_CAD Thank you so much for the kind words! I’ve really enjoyed Mark Crutch's series in Full Circle magazine as well – it’s an incredible resource for both beginners and advanced users. The detailed tutorials and deep dives into Inkscape are so helpful.

    I’m wondering if you have any suggestions or tips on how I could generate a professional-looking logo using Inkscape? I’d love to hear any recommendations!

    Thanks in advance!

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